OCAD University Senate

The Senate is responsible for the establishment and regulation of academic policy, standards and procedures at OCAD University. In particular, the Senate and its many committees are in charge of all matters pertaining to OCAD U’s academic resources, academic programming, academic strategic planning, student affairs and any other such matters relating to academic issues. Membership of Senate consists predominantly of senior faculty, but also includes undergraduate and graduate student representation, as well as a representation of the academic administration.

For more information on the Senate and its membership, refer to the OCAD University Senate By-Laws or contact Hillary Barron, Manager, Academic Governance & Initiatives, Office of the Vice-President, Academic and Provost, at hbarron@ocadu.ca, or at 416-977-6000, Ext. 322.

Current chair of Senate

Past chairs of Senate

Senate meetings

At least seven regular Senate meetings will be held between September 1 and May 31, except where the secretary, in consultation with the Senate Executive Committee, determines that circumstances warrant a change from the normal schedule. No meeting of the senate will be of more than three hours in duration, except by the affirmative vote of two thirds of those present and voting to extend for a specific period of time. All outstanding business will be deferred until the next meeting, unless a special meeting is called.

Senate meetings will take place on the last Monday of every month, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., unless otherwise stated, during the Fall and Winter terms. For meeting locations and more information, please contact Hillary Barron, Manager, Academic Governance & Initiatives, Office of the Vice-President, Academic and Provost, at hbarron@ocadu.ca.